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Sacred Valley
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Duration: 1 DAY.
You can not miss the beautiful and attractive Sacred Valley
of the Incas, it goes from Pisac to Ollantaytambo along the
Urubamba river or Sacred River, this was very much
appreciated by the ancient Inkas due to its fabulous
qualities. Due to the ammount of soil it has, it was one of
the main points of production where the best maiz was grown.
It was also the favorite place of the Viceroys because of
its excellent weather.
Includes:
Transport, Guide, Meals and Tickets. |
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The sacred valley includes the
area between the Inca communities of Pisac and Ollantaytambo.
Its mild weather and particular geography make it ideal for
outdoor sports enthusiasts to practice rafting, mountain
bike-riding, hang-gliding and trekking.
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Just an hour's drive from Cusco, the Urubamba Valley, or
Sacred Valley of the Incas, is a setting of picturesque
communities, impressive terraces and many important
archaeological sites. Dominated by the imposing peaks of the
Vilcanota mountain range, the valley has been the storehouse
for agricultural products for the city of Cusco since Inca
times, and today is famous for being home to maize cobs with
the largest kernels in the world.
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Chinchero.
This community is located 28 km from Cusco to Urubamba. Here lie
the remains of what was the royal hacienda of Túpac Inca
Yupanqui, as well as a beautiful colonial temple built on Inca
foundations. Its main attraction, however; is its Sunday market,
which was originally dedicated to the barter of products by the
people of the valley and the upper areas. Nowadays, the market
is a real hub of activity, vibrant with color and movement which
fascinates tourists with its range of handicrafts and textiles
made in true pre-Columbian style.
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Cusco office
address:
Jr. Ricardo Palma A-1. Urb. Santa Mónica Cusco - Perú.
www.cabildoviajes.com
E Mail: cabildotravel@hotmail.com
Fax: 051-84-245475
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